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Hello and welcome to the FluxCD course by KodeKloud! I’m Siddharth, and I’ll guide you through implementing GitOps with FluxCD. In this module, you’ll discover how GitOps streamlines Kubernetes deployments and learn to leverage FluxCD for continuous delivery in cloud-native environments.

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What You Will Learn

  • Core principles of GitOps workflow
  • Key differences between GitOps and DevOps
  • FluxCD architecture and component overview
  • Multiple installation methods for FluxCD CLI
  • Managing artifacts from Git repositories, Helm charts, S3 buckets, and OCI registries
  • Automating container image updates with FluxCD Image Automation Controller
  • Encrypting secrets using Bitnami Sealed Secrets and Mozilla SOPS
  • Signing and verifying container images with Cosign
  • Exposing FluxCD metrics and configuring notifications with Prometheus and Grafana
The image shows a person in front of a blurred background with a list of topics related to GitOps, including "Basics of GitOps" and "FluxCD Architecture," displayed on the right.

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Course Structure

Each lesson follows a structured three-phase approach:
  1. Theory Lecture: Understand concepts and best practices
  2. Live Demonstration: See real-world examples in action
  3. Hands-On Lab: Practice in a managed KodeKloud environment
Your labs come fully pre-configured—no need for a personal Kubernetes cluster or cloud account.

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Prerequisites

Before we begin, ensure you have a running Linux-based Cloud IDE or control-plane VM with internet access. No additional setup is required.
By the end of this course, you’ll have hands-on experience with FluxCD and GitOps, enabling you to automate Kubernetes deployments confidently. Join the KodeKloud Community Forum to discuss challenges and share insights. Ready to get started? Let’s dive into the first lesson!

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References

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